6-Day Machame Route - Trekking Mt Kilimanjaro

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

From Machame Gate to Machame Camp

• 11 kilometres; 5,400 to 9,400 feet of elevation gain; 5–7 hours of hiking

•Residence: Forest of Rain

The drive from Moshi to Mount Kilimanjaro National Park's entrance takes about fifty minutes. The route passes past the town of Machame, which is located on the mountain's lower slopes.

Now, we go through the gate to leave the park and take a winding trail that climbs a ridge through a rain forest. Further down, the route can get muddy and slick. Hiking poles and gaiters are a great choice in this situation. A short minutes later, we reach the Machame Camp.

Main Destination:

Machame Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Machame Camp to Shira Camp

• Distance: 5 km; • Elevation (ft): 9,400 to 12,500 feet; • Hiking Time: 4-6 hours

• Moorland is the native habitat.

After breakfast we walk out of the glades of the rain forest and climb through a tiny valley before coming to the top of a steep rocky ridge covered in heather that ends. At this point, the trail heads westward into a river gorge. There are plans for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay at the Shira campground.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp

• Altitude (ft): 12,500–13,000 feet • Length of walk: 10 km • Duration of walk: 6-8 hours

• Environment: Semi-Arid

From the Shira Plateau, we head east along a ridge, past the intersection and up towards the summit of Kibo. As we move on, we bear southeast towards the Lava Tower, also called the "Shark's Tooth." Not far from the tower, we arrive at the second junction, which leads to the 16,000-foot-high Arrow Glacier. We now make our way down to the 13,000-foot Barranco Hut. We unwind, eat dinner, and spend the evening here. Even though the day starts and ends at the same level, this day is very important for acclimatisation as it will assist your body prepare for the day of the summit.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp

• Altitude (ft): 13,000–15,000 feet; • Walk distance: 9 km; • Walk time: 8–10 hours

• Natural habitat: the Alps

After breakfast, we leave Barranco and go along a steep slope that crosses the Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley campground. After that, we depart from Karanga and arrive at the intersection where the Mweka Trail meets. We head up to the Barafu Hut. Now that you've completed the South Circuit, you can see the peak from a variety of angles. Here, we pitch our tents, unwind, have dinner, and prepare for the peak day. The two summits of Kibo and Mawenzi are seen from this position.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Barafu Camp to Summit to Mweka Hut

Between midnight and two in the morning, we make our way to the peak between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. Heading towards Stella Point on the crater rim, you ascend through severe scree in a northwesterly direction. This is the most physically and mentally taxing portion of the walk.

At Stella Point (18,600 feet), you will take a little break and, weather permitting, be treated to the most breathtaking dawn you have probably ever seen. You could find snow at every turn on the hour-long ascent from Stella Point to the peak. You have reached Uhuru Peak, the highest peak on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa. Hikers that get up early will be able to see the sunrise from the summit.
From the summit, we now descend down to the Mweka Hut camp site, stopping for lunch at Barafu. Trekking poles and gaiters are advised for the loose gravel descent. We enjoy our farewell meal on the mountain later in the evening, followed by a well-earned nap.

Main Destination:

Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kilimanjaro

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mweka Camp to Moshi/Arusha

10, km long, 3,–4 hours of climbing, with an elevation range of 10,000 feet to 5,400 feet

• Address: Rain Forest

After breakfast, we proceed to the Mweka Park Gate to pick up your summit certificates. Lower down, it might get muddy and wet. You'll want gaiters and trekking poles. Most likely, you should dress in lots of shorts and t-shirts and keep rain gear and warmer clothing on hand.

After leaving the gate, it takes you an extra hour to reach Mweka Village. A car will pick you up from Mweka Village and take you back to your accommodation in Arusha.

Main Destination:

Mweka Gate (Mt Kilimanjaro)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.